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College Response to the Domestic Violence Death Review Committee Report

May 1, 2017August 4, 2022

The Office of the Chief Coroner has notified the College of the results of a review by the Domestic Violence Death Review Committee (“DVDRC”) and sought the College’s support in implementing one of its recommendations. (more…)

New Notification and Reporting Requirements under PHIPA – What You Need to Know

May 1, 2017August 9, 2022

Bill 119 introduced amendments to the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA) which took effect in June 2016. Among other changes, the amendments: (more…)

Practice Notes: “Setting the Table”

May 1, 2017August 4, 2022

Practice Notes is designed as an educational tool to help Ontario social workers, social service workers, employers and members of the public gain a better understanding of recurring issues dealt with by the Professional Practice Department and the Complaints Committee that may affect everyday practice. (more…)

Discipline Decision Summary – Cheryl Walther

May 1, 2017August 9, 2022

The Discipline Committee’s Decision and Reason for Decision is published pursuant to the Discipline Committee’s penalty order. The College publishes summaries of decisions and/or provides links to full-text, neutralized versions of its decisions. (more…)

Discipline Decision Summary – Raymond Carere

May 1, 2017August 9, 2022

The Discipline Committee’s Decision and Reason for Decision is published pursuant to the Discipline Committee’s penalty order. The College publishes summaries of decisions and/or provides links to full-text, neutralized versions of its decisions. (more…)

Discipline Decision Summary – Sara Rahmani-Azad

May 1, 2017August 4, 2022

The Discipline Committee’s Decision and Reason for Decision is published pursuant to the Discipline Committee’s penalty order. The College publishes summaries of decisions and/or provides links to full-text, neutralized versions of its decisions. (more…)

Discipline Decision Summary – David Corbett

May 1, 2017August 4, 2022

The Discipline Committee’s Decision and Reason for Decision is published pursuant to the Discipline Committee’s penalty order. The College publishes summaries of decisions and/or provides links to full-text, neutralized versions of its decisions. (more…)

Digital Communications Update

May 1, 2017August 4, 2022

Over the last few months, the College has taken many steps to enhance its digital communications infrastructure. These improvements, which include the below initiatives, allow us to better engage and connect with our stakeholders, helping the College achieve its public protection mandate. (more…)

Q&A: What Are the Benefits of Following the College on Twitter?

May 1, 2017August 4, 2022

Following the College on Twitter is one of the more direct ways members can stay up to date on College and regulatory affairs. (more…)

Professional Practice Updates: 2017 CCP and ODSP Income Support

April 28, 2017July 30, 2021

The College has important updates for members regarding the Continuing Competence Program (CCP) and the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services’ (MCSS) changes to medical reviews for Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients. 2017 CCP updateFor the 2017 CCP, College members will be required to review (along with the Standards of Practice) the article, “Medical Assistance in Dying: What Are My Professional Obligations?” In February, the College announced that its revised 2017 CCP is…

Registration for AMED 2017 Now Open

April 26, 2017July 30, 2021

The Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is pleased to announce that registration for the 2017 Annual Meeting & Education Day (AMED) is now open to all College members. The event is part of the Glenda McDonald Educational Series. AMED will take place on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Ontario. The theme of AMED 2017 is Rethinking Social Justice:…

The College Introduces New Communications Initiatives

March 31, 2017July 30, 2021

The College is pleased to introduce two new communications initiatives which will help us better engage and connect with our stakeholders: the online Perspective newsletter and informational podcasts. Perspective gets its own websiteStarting this April, the College will offer the Perspective newsletter in electronic-only format. Members will be able to access Perspective online at www.perspective.ocswssw.org. The College’s decision to move towards an electronic Perspective was based in part on: A desire to be responsive to…